Brachypetersius pseudonummifer (Brachypetersius pseudonummifer)

Brachypetersius pseudonummifer (Brachypetersius pseudonummifer)

Description

Brachypetersius pseudonummifer fish is a freshwater fish from West Africa. It is gray in color with brown spots and iridescent scales, which gives it a silver appearance under certain lights. Its shape is lengthened and slender, with a caudal booster in the shape of a sail which allows it to move quickly in the water. Brachypetersius pseudonummifer fish is a predator and feeds mainly on small fish and crustaceans.

Brachypetersius pseudonummifer fish is a lonely fish that prefers to live alone in hidden habitats, like caves or holes in the rocks. It can reach an adult size of 15 to 20 centimeters and live up to 10 years in captivity. Although it is not considered a species in danger, the fish brachypetersius pseudonummif is threatened by the destruction of its natural habitat and the overexploitation by fishermen.

Brachypetersius pseudonummif is a fascinating animal to observe because of its unique behavior and its colorful beauty. Although it is sometimes difficult to find in captivity, it can be an excellent addition to a freshwater aquarium if you take care to offer it an adequate habitat and provide it with a diet adapted to its needs.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 8 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Carnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 19 - 28 °C
  • pH : 5.9 - 7.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) :

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 04/10/2022

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